Water Science

Courses

Study of the fundamentals of wastewater treatment, covering public health, water quality
control, operation and maintenance of treatment facilities. Treatment processes include
sedimentation, biofiltration, activated sludge, sludge digestion and chlorination.

WTRS 101: Water Distribution Systems(3) F, S

Designed for operators of water distribution systems. Covered are types of reservoirs,
pipeline materials, pumps and appurtenances. The construction, installation and repair
of water distribution facilities are discussed, as well as the administrative requirements
in the operation of systems.

WTRS 102: Water Systems Instrumentation And Controls(3) F

Introduction to the principles and operation of instrumentation and control devices
used in water and wastewater systems. Includes the measurement of both open and closed
channel flow, differential pressure measurement, level transmitters, recording devices,
data acquisition and telemetry transmission. Basic concepts of electrical theory are
examined, as well as their application to electrical control circuits and SCADA systems.

WTRS 103: Pumps And Motors; Operation And Maintenance(3) F, S

Overview of pumps and motors used in the transmission of water. Emphasis is on the
operation and maintenance of pumps, motors and their controls. Provides the maintenance
technician with insights into the reasons for selection, as well as causes of failures
and breakdowns. Application of hydraulics and pump curves are used for the selection
and performance evaluation of pumps.

Second-level water treatment course. Designed to augment and advance the topics addressed
in Water Science 110, Basic Water Treatment. Topics covered are advanced water quality
control during treatment, treatment plant operation and maintenance, regulations for
water quality control, sludge handling and water reclamation.

Review of the fundamentals of chemistry and bacteriology as applied to the treatment
processes of water and wastewater. The emphasis is on understanding why certain reactions
take place and the analytical techniques used in measuring water quality parameters.
Includes demonstrations of laboratory procedures for physical, chemical and bacteriological
examination of water.

WTRS 106: Groundwater Production And Protection(3) F, S

Study intended for operators of groundwater production and treatment facilities. Subjects
include construction of wells, operation and maintenance of production wells, cost
accounting methods and protection of groundwater resources. Also a review of the applicable
state and federal regulations governing groundwater development and protection.

WTRS 110: Basic Water Treatment(3) F

Basic fundamental study of the aspects of operating a water supply system, treatment
processing, microbiological control and chemical handling. Course can be used to qualify
for state certification for Grades I, II and III Water Treatment Plant Operator's
Certificate.

Introduction to water quality protection by cross connection control. Required for
preparation to become a Certified Backflow Prevention Device Tester. A review of the
Uniform Plumbing Code and hydraulic principles as applied to the protection of public
water supplies from contamination by plumbing connections in private systems.

Study of hydraulic principles as applied to the operation of water supply and wastewater
systems. Topics include open channel flow, closed channel flow, pressure, force, flow
measurement, pumping, head loss and treatment plant hydraulics.

Study of supervisory and management skills necessary for the water professional to
ensure that regulatory, health, safety and financial standards are met. Covered are
planning, work methods, organization, personnel selection, training, discipline, motivation,
leadership, safety, labor relations, public relations, politics and the ever-changing
work environment.

WTRS 117: Water and Wastewater Calculations(3) F

Problem-solving as applied to primary, secondary and tertiary water treatment operations.